Energy Engineer - Senior; Boston

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Department: Building Operations Decarbonization & Efficiency (BODE)

Work Authorization:
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Steven Winter Associates (SWA) does not sponsor employment-based visas (e.g., H-1B, OPT, etc.) for this position, now or in the future.

Why Steven Winter Associates? At SWA, you’re not just joining a company, you’re joining an employee-owned team committed to making buildings healthier, more sustainable, and lower-carbon.

Be part of a collaborative, and supportive environment where your ideas matter.

Work on real projects, seeing the impact of your work in the field and in communities.

Learn from experienced building science professionals.

Why This Role Matters: SWA is expanding its commissioning and energy services in Massachusetts. We are seeking a senior technical leader who can independently represent SWA with clients, lead new construction commissioning work, and help shape and grow our Boston-area practice. This is not solely a project management role: the successful candidate will combine deep building-systems expertise with clear communication, sound judgment, and the initiative to turn opportunities into well-defined, successfully delivered projects.

The proposed annual salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000 based on a 40-hour work schedule. The final salary may vary depending on confirmed job-related skills and experience.

• Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications should expect compensation toward the lower end of the range.
• Candidates with qualifications and experience beyond the requirements of the role may be considered for compensation above the posted range.

Responsibilities: Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Serve as a senior technical and client-facing lead for commissioning and decarbonization projects in Massachusetts, clearly communicating SWA's capabilities, recommending practical paths forward, and aligning teams on decisions and next steps.
• Lead project scoping, fee development, proposal writing, staffing plans, and go/no-go recommendations for commissioning and energy opportunities.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, resources, deliverables, and client expectations across multiple concurrent projects while maintaining technical quality and financial performance.
• Lead new construction and existing building commissioning projects from design through occupancy and warranty, including review of the Owner's Project Requirements and Basis of Design; design and submittal reviews; commissioning plans and specifications; construction observations; functional performance testing; issue resolution; and final reporting.
• Lead building and portfolio level existing building evaluations to provide recommendations that reduce operational carbon and improve indoor air quality, maintainability, and operational effectiveness.
• Translate complex technical findings into concise, useful recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support the growth and technical development of junior staff through mentorship, training, and collaborative project work.
• Represent SWA through participation in industry groups, technical committees, professional associations, and external training or educational initiatives.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or other relevant engineering field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience working with HVAC systems in large multi-family and/or commercial buildings.
• Demonstrated experience with new construction commissioning, with responsibility for projects through both design and construction.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, equipment submittals, control diagrams, and trend data and make sound technical decisions.
• Experience developing scopes, budgets, staffing plans, and proposals for consulting projects.
• Strong project…